~ Newsletter of the Cascade Paddlers

Monthly Archives: October 2016

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November 13
Organizer’s Choice, class and length to be determined.
The venue specifics will be determined by conditions and participant enthusiasm. Time to get some fresh air and space after a taxing election season, and to get a little exercise before Thanksgiving.
Jim Bradley
jim.cascadepaddlers@gmail.com

Wildlife Impacts of a Trump Wall
While it seems that such a project is unlikely to ever actually develop, it is worth considering the impacts such a structure as Donald J. Trump’s proposed wall at the Mexican border would have on the wildlife in the region. That’s exactly what the BBC attempts to address in this article: http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-37200583

Photo Gallery of “The Blue Grand Canyon”
Last month President Obama designated an area off the Atlantic coast as the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument. The BBC took their cameras there to capture the unique beauty of the preserve: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-37425427

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October 9
Willamette River, Buena Vista to Independence – Class A – 12 miles
Flows are up, making for backwaters to explore. Bring adequate provisions, and it’s time, once again, to be diligent about spare clothing, etc.
Jim Bradley
jim.cascadepaddlers@gmail.com

October 23
North Santiam, Greens Bridge to Jefferson – Class 1 – length 3.5 ± miles
It should be a good day to enjoy a leisurely pace, to better enjoy the fall colors. Bring appropriate staples and potables.
Jim Bradley
jim.cascadepaddlers@gmail.com